| "Clay Pigeon Shooting for Two in North Yorkshire" |
| "For anyone who loves the great outdoors, clay pigeon shooting provides a fun, fast-paced and exciting challenge. Awarded premium status by the Clay Pigeon Shooting Association (CPSA) and boasting a scenic backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales, this is the best place to sharpen up aiming skills and the best part is - you don't need any previous experience. Each lesson is held in a small group, meaning that everyone benefits from the personal tuition of a qualified instructor and with 30 cartridges each, there's plenty of opportunity to get ready, aim and fire! Attempt to shoot as many clay targets as possible from a variety of different distances and angles with expert guidance. Do you have what it takes to be a clay hot shot?"
Price: 120.00 |
| "Champagne Afternoon Tea for Two in Reading" |
| "For an afternoon of sophistication, indulge in the quintessentially British pastime of afternoon tea at Reading's four star Holiday Inn. The hotels lounge and terrace is the perfect place to dine, relax and unwind. The floor to ceiling windows and comfortable seating make this setting both vibrant and a great place to socialise. Sit down to your delicious and traditional afternoon tea spread which consists of freshly prepared assorted finger sandwiches, scones with jam and clotted cream, homemade cakes and a choice of tea or coffee. Last but certainly not least, bringing that extra air of refinement, enjoy a chilled glass of champagne each - can you think of a more wonderful way to spend an afternoon?"
Price: 50.00 |
| "Afternoon Tea for Two at The Richmond" |
| "During a busy day of sightseeing in Liverpool, nothing beats sitting down to afternoon tea and there is no better place than The Richmond. The iconic Grade II listed building boasts a rather exquisite atrium setting in which to indulge in the quintessentially British pastime. Take a seat in the grand dining room of the R Bar and Brasserie and tuck into a sumptuous afternoon tea spread which consists of classic finger sandwiches on white or brown bread, freshly baked fruit scones with clotted cream and preserves, a choice of speciality teas, or if you're a Friends fanatic, The Richmond's unique blend of Central Perk coffee. Truly a wonderful way to spend an afternoon!"
Price: 25.00 |
| "Clay Shooting Experience with Seasonal Refreshments in Kent" |
| "This pretty Kent countryside setting is guaranteed to provide a beautiful vista, and is a perfect place to go clay shooting. Don't worry if you have never shot a clay before, as the session involves being taught the safe handling and use of the shotgun, together with careful coaching by a professional shooting instructor before going on to shoot various sporting targets. Professional, friendly and patient coaching guarantees a great experience which will see you hitting the target. It's hungry work, so after an hour with a shotgun on a number of clays and cartridges, sit down to some hearty seasonal refreshment (winter warming soup with crusty bread or a summer tea with cake)."
Price: 47.00 |
| "Bird of Prey Falconry Experience in Bedfordshire" |
| "For bird lovers, a falconry experience is the ultimate way to get up close and personal with some of nature's most majestic predators. Held at Bedfordshire's English School of Falconry, this exciting experience is set in beautiful surroundings - the best environment to witness these incredible birds of prey in action. Learn all about how birds of prey behave in the wild and handle a few of the centre's residents under the guidance of an expert falconer. Next, stand back, and watch in amazement as your new feathered friends soar through the air and straight to the glove in a professional falconry display - the ideal chance to take some incredible souvenir snaps. Falconry experiences don't get any better!"
Price: 30.00 |
| "Bird of Prey Falconry Experience in Derbyshire" |
| "For bird lovers, a falconry experience is an amazing way to get up close and personal with some of nature's most majestic predators. Based in the rural Derbyshire, this unforgettable experience is set in truly stunning surroundings - the best environment to witness these magical birds of prey in action. Learn all about how birds of prey behave in the wild and handle a few of the centre's residents, with help from an expert falconer. Next, stand back, and watch in awe as your new feathered friends soar through the sky and straight to the glove in a professional falconry display - a wonderful chance to take lots of incredible souvenir snaps. Falconry experiences don't get any better!"
Price: 30.00 |
| "Bird of Prey Falconry Experience in Warwickshire" |
| "For an unforgettable gift idea, bird lovers can get up close and personal with some of nature's magnificent birds of prey and learn about the art of falconry. Spend three hours in rural Warwickshire, finding out all about these magnificent birds of prey and how they behave out in the wild. Meet and handle many of the centre's resident birds under the guidance of an experienced falconer and feel free to ask any falconry related questions. Afterwards, step out into the open, soak in your surroundings and look on in amazement as your new feathered friends show off their magnificent skills in a professional falconry display - it doesn't get more exciting than this!"
Price: 30.00 |
| "Bird of Prey Falconry Experience in Essex" |
| "For an unforgettable gift idea, bird lovers can get up close and personal with some of nature's most majestic birds of prey and learn about the art of falconry. Spend three hours in rural Essex, finding out all about these astounding birds of prey and how they behave out in the wild. Meet and handle many of the centre's resident birds under the guidance of a seasoned falconer and feel free to ask any falconry related questions. Next, step out into open countryside, soak in your surroundings and look on in amazement as your new feathered friends show off their sensational skills in a professional falconry display - it doesn't get more exciting than this!"
Price: 30.00 |
| "Cheese Making Class in London and the South East" |
| "Cheese is one of the nation's most beloved foods, but have you ever wondered how to make it? Available at three great cookery school locations in London and the South East, this cheese making class teaches priceless culinary skills in a fun, relaxed environment. Meet a Smart School of Cookery instructor for an introduction, don an apron and then get down to producing this prized food. Create four amazing cheeses from scratch, including mozzarella, ricotta, paneer and infused soft cheese. Next, comes the best part - sample each of your delicious creations with fresh breads, oils and homemade chutneys - the ultimate cheese making class! Also receive 10 per cent off of any of 'Ann's Smart' ingredients at the on-site (or online) shop on the day."
Price: 55.00 |
| "Afternoon Tea for Two at The Lismoyne Hotel" |
| "This relaxed four star hotel in Hampshire is the perfect setting for indulging in a traditional afternoon tea for two. Your treat can be served in the gardens in fine weather, in the relaxing conservatory overlooking the gardens or within the soft furnishings of the lounge (complete with a roaring fire during the cold winter months). Wherever you take your seats, be assured of a tasty treat as assorted finger sandwiches, scones with lashings of clotted cream and jam, fruit cake, lemon drizzle and chocolate brownies and fondue are laid out, along with your choice of a selection of teas. Delicious!"
Price: 36.00 |
| "Luxury Afternoon Tea for Two at The Lismoyne Hotel" |
| "Situated in the town of Fleet, the four star Lismoyne Hotel is a fantastic place to relax and unwind. The main decision is which welcoming area of the hotel you wish to enjoy your luxury afternoon tea treat from - the conservatory overlooks the pretty gardens, in fine weather it's possible to sit outside and become one with the garden. Alternatively head to the lounge, relaxed and comfortable and in winter, the added attraction of a roaring fire. Choice made, sit down to a sumptuous array of homemade fresh finger sandwiches, scones under mounds of clotted cream and jam, a selection of cakes including chocolate brownies, fruit cake and lemon drizzle. Wash it down with a chilled glass of Prosecco each and a choice of blended teas. Splendid!"
Price: 50.00 |
| "Clay Shooting Experience with Seasonal Refreshments in Worcestershire" |
| "This pretty Worcestershire countryside setting is guaranteed to provide a beautiful vista, and is a perfect place to go clay shooting. No problem if you have never shot a clay before, as the session involves being taught the safe handling and use of the shotgun, together with careful, attentive coaching by a professional shooting instructor, before going on to shoot various sporting targets. Professional, friendly and patient coaching ensures a great experience which will see you hitting the target in no time. It's hungry work, so after an hour with a shotgun on a number of clays and cartridges, sit down to some seasonal refreshment (winter warming soup with crusty bread or a summer tea with cake)."
Price: 47.00 |
| "Clay Shooting Experience with Seasonal Refreshments in Buckinghamshire" |
| "The pretty Buckinghamshire countryside provides a great setting, and is a perfect place to go clay shooting. If you have never shot a clay before, don't worry, as the session involves being taught the safe handling and use of the shotgun, together with attentive coaching by a professional shooting instructor, before going on to shoot various sporting targets. Friendly, patient coaching helps make a great experience which will see you hitting the target in no time at all. It's hungry work, so after an hour with a shotgun, sit down to some tasty seasonal refreshment (winter warming soup with crusty bread or a summer tea with cake)."
Price: 47.00 |
| "Clay Shooting Experience with Seasonal Refreshments in Scotland" |
| "The pretty Scottish countryside provides a great setting, and is a perfect place to go clay shooting. For those who have never shot a clay before, don't worry, as the session involves being taught the safe handling and use of the shotgun, together with attentive coaching by a professional shooting instructor, before you go on to shoot various sporting targets. Friendly, patient coaching helps make a great experience, which will see you hitting the target in no time at all. It's hungry work, so after an hour with a shotgun, sit down to some delicious seasonal refreshment (winter warming soup with crusty bread or a summer tea with cake)."
Price: 47.00 |
| "Clay Shooting Experience with Seasonal Refreshments in Bristol" |
| "The pretty Bristol countryside provides a great setting, and is a perfect place to go clay shooting. If you haven't shot a clay before, don't worry, as the session involves being taught the safe handling and use of a shotgun, together with attentive coaching by a shooting instructor, before you go on to shoot various sporting targets. Professional, patient and friendly coaching helps make a fulfilling experience, which will see you hitting the target in no time. It's hungry work, so after an hour with the shotgun, sit down to some delicious seasonal refreshment (winter warming soup with crusty bread or a summer tea with cake)."
Price: 47.00 |
| "Clay Shooting Experience with Seasonal Refreshments in Cheshire" |
| "The pretty Cheshire countryside provides a great setting, and is a perfect place to go clay shooting. For those who haven't shot a clay before, don't worry. The session involves being taught the safe handling and use of a shotgun, together with attentive coaching by a shooting instructor, before you go on to shoot various sporting targets. Patient and friendly coaching helps make a fulfilling experience, which will see you hitting the target in no time. It's hungry work, so after an hour with the shotgun, sit down together to some delicious seasonal refreshment (winter warming soup with crusty bread or a summer tea with cake)."
Price: 47.00 |
| "Clay Shooting Experience with Seasonal Refreshments in North Yorkshire" |
| "The pretty North Yorkshire countryside provides a great setting, and is a perfect place to go clay shooting. Don't worry if you have never shot a clay, the session involves being taught the safe handling and use of a shotgun, together with attentive coaching by a shooting instructor, before you go on to shoot various sporting targets. Patient and friendly coaching helps make this a fulfilling experience, which will see you hitting the target in no time. It's hungry work too, so after an hour with the shotgun, everyone sits down to some delicious seasonal refreshment (winter warming soup with crusty bread or a summer tea with cake)."
Price: 47.00 |
| "Clay Shooting Experience with Seasonal Refreshments in Dorset" |
| "The pretty Dorset countryside provides a great setting, and is a perfect place to go clay shooting. Don't worry if you have never shot a clay until now, the session involves being taught the safe handling and use of a shotgun, together with attentive coaching by a shooting instructor, before you go on to shoot various sporting targets. Patient and friendly coaching helps make this a really fulfilling experience, and sees you hitting the target in no time. It's hungry work too, so after an hour with the shotgun, everyone sits down to some delicious seasonal refreshment (winter warming soup with crusty bread or a summer tea with cake)."
Price: 47.00 |
| "Champagne Afternoon Tea for Two at The Colonnade Hotel" |
| "Afternoon tea is a fine British tradition and when in London, there's no better place to indulge in this pastime than at Little Venice's Colonnade Hotel. Take a seat in the grand surroundings of this home away from home and tuck into a mouth-watering afternoon tea spread. Enjoy a selection of traditional sandwiches including cucumber and cream cheese or egg mayonnaise, freshly baked scones served with Cornish clotted cream and homemade strawberry jam, a delicious assortment of cakes and pastries, a steaming pot of tea and to top things off, a lovely glass of champagne each. This wonderful afternoon tea makes the perfect addition to a day out in London."
Price: 50.00 |
| "Afternoon Tea for Two at The Colonnade Hotel" |
| "The fine British tradition of afternoon tea is one we love to uphold and when in London, there's no better place to indulge in this pastime than at Little Venice's Colonnade Hotel. Sit in the grand surroundings of this welcoming home away from home and tuck into a tasty afternoon tea spread. An array of traditional sandwiches include cucumber and cream cheese and egg mayonnaise on brown bread. Follow savouries with daily freshly baked scones with Cornish clotted cream and homemade strawberry jam. Then bite into a delicious assortment of cakes and pastries, with a steaming pot of tea to top things off. This wonderful afternoon tea makes the perfect addition to a day out in London."
Price: 36.00 |
| "Afternoon Tea for Two in Reading" |
| "For a traditional afternoon tea in wonderful surroundings, look no further than Monty's Lounge and Bar, tucked away within the stylish new four star Holiday Inn. The cosy lounge and relaxing terrace at Monty's is an idyllic place in which to dine, relax and unwind, full of wall to ceiling windows allowing natural light to flood in and incredibly comfortable seating. Tuck into a sumptuous traditional afternoon tea spread which consists of freshly prepared assorted finger sandwiches, scones with jam and clotted cream, homemade cakes, a choice of tea or coffee and last but certainly not least, a glass of Prosecco each - total indulgence!"
Price: 36.00 |
| "Bird of Prey Falconry Experience in Glasgow" |
| "For budding bird experts, this falconry experience in Scotland is sure to impress. Just a stone's throw from Glasgow, this experience offers the rare opportunity to get up close and personal with some of nature's most majestic birds of prey. Learn all about how these magnificent creatures behave in the wild and handle a few of the centre's resident birds under the guidance of a seasoned falconer. Next, stand back, soak in your surroundings and look on in amazement as new feathered friends soar through the air and straight to the glove in a professional falconry display. This is the perfect chance to take some incredible souvenir snaps. Falconry experiences don't get any better!"
Price: 30.00 |
| "Champagne Afternoon Tea for Two at The Richmond" |
| "Interrupt a busy day of sightseeing in Liverpool with a fine champagne afternoon tea at The Richmond. This stunning Grade II listed building offers a wonderful setting for indulging in the quintessential pastime. Sit down in the atrium dining room of the R Bar and Brasserie and tuck into a delicious afternoon tea spread which includes classic white or brown bread finger sandwiches, freshly baked fruit scones with preserve and clotted cream, a choice of speciality tea, or for massive Friends' fans, The Richmond's unique blend of Central Perk coffee. Top it all off, enjoy a glass of finest Gruet Brut champagne each - a perfect end to a perfect afternoon."
Price: 50.00 |
| "Lakes Distillery Tour and Afternoon Tea for Two, Cumbria" |
| "Visit Cumbria's working Lakes Distillery, a stone's throw from the beautifully picturesque Bassenthwaite Lake. Embark on an incredible virtual 25 mile journey from the source of the River Derwent down to the sea, and tour the distillery with a seasoned guide to find out just how their fine selection of spirits is made. Sample three multi award-winning spirits (The ONE, The Lakes Gin and The Lakes Vodka) with expert tuition and receive a £5 discount for any 70cl purchase at the shop. To top things off, sit down to a tasty afternoon tea spread including sandwiches, sweet treats and a fresh hot pot of tea, in the inviting and informal surroundings of the distillery bistro - the perfect end to a great day out in the Lake District."
Price: 69.00 |
| "Afternoon Tea for Two at the London Elizabeth Hotel, Hyde Park" |
| "Take afternoon tea in one of London's most prestigious locations with a delicious spread just a stone's throw from Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace. Sit down in the elegant surroundings of the four star London Elizabeth Hotel and enjoy a delicious afternoon tea. Tuck into assorted finger sandwiches with traditional fillings such as honey roast ham, cucumber and egg mayonnaise with chives. There are also, warm freshly baked scones with Devonshire clotted cream and strawberry jam, deliciously sweet cakes and of course, a fine selection of teas and coffees. With delicious dining and an exquisite London location, an afternoon tea here makes a fantastic addition to a day out in the capital."
Price: 34.99 |
| "Brewery Day and Beer Tasting at Hillside Brewery, Gloucestershire" |
| "For ale lovers, it doesn't get better than this. Become a brewer for the day with this hands-on experience at Gloucestershire's Hillside Brewery and uncover the secrets of their successful production process. Start the day with a locally sourced breakfast then shadow the master brewer, helping out with all stages of the beer brewing process from start to finish. Learn how recipes are developed while picking up specialist techniques for home brewing then enjoy a hearty lunch. After all that thirsty work comes the best bit - taste a selection of Hillside's classic ales under the guidance of the master brewer and learn how to appreciate every delicious drop. Take home a homebrewing guide, a branded glass and a beer of your choice. Cheers!"
Price: 99.00 |
| "Champagne Afternoon Tea for Two at Sopwell House" |
| "Come to Sopwell House, a country house retreat situated in the beautiful Roman town of St. Albans; it's the perfect setting in which to enjoy a sumptuous afternoon tea. Relax in the hotel lounge, cocktail bar, restaurant, conservatory bar or terrace (with its views across the gardens) and prepare for a real treat. Afternoon tea is presented on a tiered stand and consists of delights such as selected sandwiches, scones with Devonshire clotted cream and strawberry preserve and a variety of sweet pastries. Choose your favourite Twinings tea (or coffee) and enjoy a glass of chilled house champagne each."
Price: 75.00 |
| "Blacksmith for a Day in Herefordshire" |
| "Blacksmithing is an ancient craft and this experience offers a chance to visit a real forge in the heart of rural Herefordshire and be guided in the art of making your very own iron momento (choose anything you like). This brilliant opportunity to get the adrenaline pumping and create a keepsake from scratch is truly rewarding. Start with a full safety briefing and get kitted out with the necessary equipment in the working forge workshop. The experienced instructors are there all the way to provide plenty of help and guidance, so pick up that hammer and anvil - you'll be amazed what you are capable of producing. It isn't all work, the experience includes time to order lunch or take a picnic in the nearby Oldfield Forge woods - the perfect day!"
Price: 120.00 |
| "Brewery Day and Beer Tasting at Brewhouse and Kitchen Highbury, London" |
| "Step into the shoes of a brewer for the day at Highbury's Brewhouse and Kitchen, the perfect treat for a hop-headed beer lover. Start with breakfast, then learn about the beer brewing process from the venue's head brewer, before getting stuck in! In the micro-brewery, try mashing in, boiling and adding hops, adding yeast, and more. Sit down to a pub lunch just a few minutes' walk from Arsenal's famous Emirates ground and taste a top selection of Brewhouse's very best beers (each of which has an interesting back story), including the Highbury exclusive Romford Pele beer (named after the legendary Ray Parlour). The day ends with questions and answers, and everyone goes home with a five litre keg of beer to imbibe at home."
Price: 90.00 |
| "Treehouse Experience for Two" |
| "Enter another world with this romantic and unique short break. Stay in an inspiring, designer-created treehouse located in a beautiful woodland landscape on the edge of Snowdonia National Park. Treehouses have a magic all of their own and these are stunning, state-of-the-art structures set high in the canopy. Cosy and highly insulated, there's a specially designed wood burning stove which heats the spring water shower and the large hotplate to cook on. Each interior has been created by a Swedish designer, so expect a very comfortable bed, retro furniture and everything you need to cook with. There are lots of local activities, from walking and mountain biking to kite surfing, although you may just choose to relax in this amazing setting."
Price: 379.00 |
